Compound Q&A
What is Amoxicillin (CAS: 26787-78-0)?
Answer
Amoxicillin is an antibiotic medication, specifically a penicillin derivative, used to treat bacterial infections. Its chemical formula is C16H19N3O7S, and it is a white to off-white powder with a bitter taste. It is soluble in water and has a broad spectrum of activity against gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria. Amoxicillin is commonly prescribed for respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections.
About
CAS No
26787-78-0
English Name
Amoxicillin
Molecular Formula
C16H19N3O5S
Molecular Weight
365.4110000000001 g/mol
SMILES
CC1(C)S[C@@H]2[C@H](NC(=O)[C@H](N)c3ccc(O)cc3)C(=O)N2[C@H]1C(=O)O
InChIKey
LSQZJLSUYDQPKJ-NJBDSQKTSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
